“As many of you know, our friend and long-time CT blues champion, Dave Carpenter, is doing his best to kick cancer’s butt,” reads a Facebook event page created by guitarist Ducoff. “Dave has tirelessly supported the CT blues scene for years, so now it’s our turn to return the favor…”

“Many of you know Dave Carpenter from his ‘Blues Bus’ that has done so much to promote New England blues and roots performers and concerts. Now, Dave needs OUR support…” said Madison-based musician Christine Ohlman, the “Beehive Queen,” in a Facebook post on Tuesday.

“Black Eyed Sally’s in Hartford CT will host a benefit show on Sunday ... headlined by great acts like the D Smith Blues Band,” wrote Ohlman, one of a number of people who have been helping to spread the word about Carpenter’s fundraiser on Facebook and elsewhere. “Attend if you can, and DONATE...” she said. “I know many of you will step up and assist Dave, this great advocate of the blues.”